Intel Core i5-14501TE vs Intel Core Ultra 7 155HL Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded database contains no direct head-to-head benchmark entries for the Intel Core i5-14501TE versus the Intel Core Ultra 7 155HL. Both processors have an average benchmark score of 0 and hold identical percentile rankings at the 50th percentile among all CPUs tracked in the database. With zero wins recorded for either part, the comparative performance picture must be derived from architectural specifications rather than measured workloads.

The absence of benchmark data does not indicate equivalence. The Core Ultra 7 155HL offers 16 cores and 22 threads, while the Core i5-14501TE provides 6 cores and 12 threads. In heavily threaded workloads, the Ultra 7 holds a structural advantage of 10 additional cores and 10 additional threads. The Core i5 counters with a boost clock of 5.10 GHz, which is 0.30 GHz higher than the Ultra 7's 4.80 GHz boost. Single-threaded responsiveness, as suggested by clock rates, favors the i5.

The i5-14501TE also leads in base clock frequency at 2.20 GHz versus 1.40 GHz for the Ultra 7, a difference of 0.80 GHz. However, the Ultra 7's 89.6 GB/s memory bandwidth figure, which is explicitly recorded, indicates a stronger memory subsystem capable of feeding its larger core count. The i5 lists no memory bandwidth value in the database, so direct comparison on that metric is not possible.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different Intel architectures and sockets. The Core i5-14501TE uses Raptor Lake, specifically the Raptor Lake-R refresh, built on Intel's 10 nm process node. It fits into Intel Socket 1700. The Core Ultra 7 155HL uses Meteor Lake, specifically the Meteor Lake-PS variant, fabricated on Intel's 7 nm process node, and requires Intel Socket 1851. These are not cross-compatible platforms.

Core composition differs significantly. The i5-14501TE is a homogeneous design with 6 cores and 12 threads, all presumably performing the same role. The Ultra 7 155HL presents a more complex arrangement with 16 cores and 22 threads, which implies a hybrid configuration with different core types, though the database does not specify the exact split. The thread count of 22 (versus 16 cores) confirms that not all cores in the Ultra 7 have symmetric threading capabilities.

Cache hierarchies diverge in per-core allocation. The i5-14501TE carries 80 KB of L1 cache per core and 1.25 MB of L2 cache per core. The Ultra 7 155HL provides 112 KB of L1 per core and 2 MB of L2 per core. Both share 24 MB of L3 cache across the entire chip. The larger per-core L1 and L2 allocations on the Ultra 7 suggest better local data retention for each core, while the identical 24 MB L3 pool means shared cache capacity is equal.

Process technology differences are notable. The database records the Ultra 7 at 7 nm versus 10 nm for the i5. The die size for the i5 is listed at 215 mm², while the Ultra 7's die size is not recorded. The i5 also supports ECC memory, while the Ultra 7 does not. Memory support shows the i5 accepting both DDR4 and DDR5, while the Ultra 7 lists DDR5 with a note that support depends on the motherboard.

PCIe capabilities differ as well. The i5-14501TE provides Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU. The Ultra 7 155HL provides Gen 4 with 8 lanes from the CPU. This gives the i5 a substantial advantage in raw PCIe bandwidth and lane count for expansion devices such as graphics cards or NVMe storage. Integrated graphics also differ: the i5 uses UHD Graphics 770, while the Ultra 7 uses Arc Xe-LPG 128EU, indicating a more capable integrated GPU on the Meteor Lake part.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 7 155HL has 16 cores and 22 threads. The Intel Core i5-14501TE has 6 cores and 12 threads. The Ultra 7 provides 10 additional cores and 10 additional threads.

Q: What are the maximum boost clock speeds for each CPU?

A: The Core i5-14501TE boosts up to 5.10 GHz. The Core Ultra 7 155HL boosts up to 4.80 GHz. The i5 holds a 0.30 GHz advantage in boost frequency.

Q: Do these processors use the same motherboard socket?

A: No. The Core i5-14501TE uses Intel Socket 1700. The Core Ultra 7 155HL uses Intel Socket 1851. They are not interchangeable.

Q: Which processor supports ECC memory?

A: The Core i5-14501TE supports ECC memory. The Core Ultra 7 155HL does not support ECC memory according to the database records.

Q: How does the memory bandwidth compare?

A: The Core Ultra 7 155HL has a recorded memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. No memory bandwidth figure is recorded for the Core i5-14501TE, so a direct comparison is not available from the data.

Q: What is the process node for each chip?

A: The Core i5-14501TE is built on Intel's 10 nm process. The Core Ultra 7 155HL is built on Intel's 7 nm process. The Ultra 7 uses the smaller node.

Specification Differences

The following fields differ between the two processors in the database:

• Series: Core 14th Gen (i5) versus Core Ultra Series 1 (Ultra 7)
• Cores: 6 (i5) versus 16 (Ultra 7)
• Threads: 12 (i5) versus 22 (Ultra 7)
• Base Clock: 2.20 GHz (i5) versus 1.40 GHz (Ultra 7)
• Boost Clock: 5.10 GHz (i5) versus 4.80 GHz (Ultra 7)
• Socket: Intel Socket 1700 (i5) versus Intel Socket 1851 (Ultra 7)
• Architecture: Raptor Lake (i5) versus Meteor Lake (Ultra 7)
• Codename: Raptor Lake-R (i5) versus Meteor Lake-PS (Ultra 7)
• Generation: Core i5 (Raptor Lake Refresh) (i5) versus Ultra 7 (Meteor Lake-PS) (Ultra 7)
• Process Node: 10 nm (i5) versus 7 nm (Ultra 7)
• Die Size: 215 mm² (i5) versus not recorded (Ultra 7)
• L1 Cache: 80 KB per core (i5) versus 112 KB per core (Ultra 7)
• L2 Cache: 1.25 MB per core (i5) versus 2 MB per core (Ultra 7)
• Memory Support: DDR4, DDR5 (i5) versus DDR5, depends on motherboard (Ultra 7)
• Memory Bandwidth: not recorded (i5) versus 89.6 GB/s (Ultra 7)
• ECC Memory: true (i5) versus false (Ultra 7)
• PCIe: Gen 5, 16 Lanes CPU only (i5) versus Gen 4, 8 Lanes CPU only (Ultra 7)
• Integrated Graphics: UHD Graphics 770 (i5) versus Arc Xe-LPG 128EU (Ultra 7)
• Release Date: 2024-06-30 (i5) versus 2024-04-07 (Ultra 7)
• Launch MSRP: none recorded (i5) versus $438 (Ultra 7)
• Part Number: Q49KSRNJN (i5) versus SRN2Z (Ultra 7)

Fields that are identical include manufacturer (Intel), TDP (45 for both), memory bus (dual-channel for both), production status (active for both), multiplier lock (locked for both), and market segment (desktop for both).

Where Each One Wins

The Core i5-14501TE wins on raw clock speed. Its 5.10 GHz boost clock is the highest figure between the two, and its 2.20 GHz base clock is 0.80 GHz higher than the Ultra 7's base. For workloads that depend on single-thread performance, such as lightly threaded applications or tasks with tight latency requirements, the i5's frequency advantage suggests faster per-core execution. The i5 also wins on PCIe connectivity with Gen 5 and 16 lanes, compared to Gen 4 with 8 lanes on the Ultra 7. This makes the i5 more suitable for configurations with high-bandwidth expansion cards or multiple storage devices. ECC memory support on the i5 gives it a role in reliability-focused environments where memory error correction is required.

The Core Ultra 7 155HL wins on core and thread count. Its 16 cores and 22 threads represent more than double the core count of the i5 and nearly double the thread count. For parallel workloads, rendering tasks, compilation jobs, or any scenario that scales with thread availability, the Ultra 7's structure is clearly favored. The smaller 7 nm process node suggests better power efficiency per transistor, and the larger per-core L1 and L2 caches (112 KB and 2 MB versus 80 KB and 1.25 MB) indicate stronger local memory performance for each core. The Ultra 7's recorded 89.6 GB/s memory bandwidth, while not directly comparable due to missing i5 data, points to a robust memory pipeline. The Arc Xe-LPG 128EU integrated graphics on the Ultra 7 are a more modern GPU architecture than the UHD Graphics 770 on the i5, which matters for systems relying on integrated graphics output. The Ultra 7 also launched earlier, with an April 2024 release date versus June 2024 for the i5, and it carries a launch MSRP of $438.

Neither processor shows a benchmark-derived advantage in the database, as both have zero recorded wins and no head-to-head entries. The selection between them depends on workload priorities: the i5-14501TE for high-frequency, single-threaded performance with extensive PCIe support, or the Ultra 7 155HL for multi-threaded throughput with a denser, newer process design.